19 آذر 1372
Condolence Message to Ayatollah Araki on the Passing of Ayatollah Golpayegani
Summary
Khamenei expresses deep sorrow over Ayatollah Golpayegani's passing, highlighting his role as a prominent Islamic authority and example of piety.
Translation note: This English text is a machine-assisted translation of the Persian transcript published by the Office of the Supreme Leader (leader.ir). For exact wording, consult the Persian original below or the linked source.
In the Name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
To God we belong and to Him we shall return
To the honorable presence of Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Mohammad Ali Araki (may his blessings endure)
The sorrowful passing of the late Grand Ayatollah Seyyed Mohammad Reza Golpayegani (may his soul be sanctified), who was among the great authorities of Islam, a pride of the jurisprudence of the Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them), and an outstanding example of piety and self-restraint, has caused deep regret and sorrow. His eminence was among the high-ranking jurists whose absence is a great loss and damage to the world of Shi'ism. I extend my condolences to you on this great calamity and pray to Almighty God for your health and long, blessed life.
Seyyed Ali Khamenei
25 Jumada al-Thani 1414
19/9/72